Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Band 5 Diagnostic Radiographer

The closing date is 16 February 2026

Job summary

We have a vacancy for an enthusiastic, ambitious diagnostic radiographer to join our friendly and forward-thinking Radiology team. This is an ideal opportunity for an HCPC registered radiographer wishing to increase their radiographic experience and expertise in a bustling and team-focused department.

Our internal training and support have long been a draw for candidates as it has enabled numerous radiographers to develop the necessary skills for career progression and advanced practice.

If you are a radiographer with a passion for patient-centered care, we would like to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

The duties and responsibilities of the post holder require service delivery in a widerange of clinical environments to patients with a diverse array of presentations.Our service is delivered on a 24/7 basis and includes working in areas such as theaccident & emergency department, operating theatres, in-patient and out-patient areas,neonatal unit and intensive care units. Radiographers may be required to work acrossTrust sites, and may involve lone working in particular areas or specialities and atparticular times.Patient presentation will include the unconscious, uncooperative, incapacitated,incompetent, disorientated, and those with physical and mental disabilities. A widevariety of patients will be encountered and will include those exhibiting anti-social orthreatening behaviour.Other influencing factors include the skills needed to provide patients or relatives withempathy, and emotional support for the bereaved, terminally ill, injured, traumatised,those involved in suspected non-accidental injury particularly the very young and thevery old, or those whose capacity is altered by substance use/abuse.A Band 5 Radiographer is regarded as basic grade clinical member of staff and, assuch, will fulfil the requirements of their role within the imaging team.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Details

Date posted

02 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£35,763 to £43,466 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

391-RFL-7761776

Job locations

Barnet Hospital

Wellhouse Lane

Barnet

EN53DJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

  • BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography
  • HCPC registration

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of a diverse range of radiographic x-ray techniques
  • Experience using PACS and RIS and an understanding of its significance for good service management and patient care.
  • Experience dealing with a diverse range of patients

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Ability to prioritise & organise demands for radiology services with reference to x-ray, theatres and mobiles.
  • Demonstrate a sound understanding of radiation protection methods and legislation for patients and staff.

Personal Qualities & attributes

Essential

  • Keen interest in and understanding of a range of current and future plain film imaging techniques and practices.
  • Demonstrate a respect for and commitment to patient care and safety.
  • Ability to approach disputes and disagreements in a calm and objective manor

Other

Essential

  • Good time keeping skills
  • Clear and appropriate communication skills.
  • Tolerance of a wide range of patients and colleagues.

Trust Values

Essential

  • Demonstrable ability to meet Trust values.
Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

  • BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography
  • HCPC registration

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of a diverse range of radiographic x-ray techniques
  • Experience using PACS and RIS and an understanding of its significance for good service management and patient care.
  • Experience dealing with a diverse range of patients

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Ability to prioritise & organise demands for radiology services with reference to x-ray, theatres and mobiles.
  • Demonstrate a sound understanding of radiation protection methods and legislation for patients and staff.

Personal Qualities & attributes

Essential

  • Keen interest in and understanding of a range of current and future plain film imaging techniques and practices.
  • Demonstrate a respect for and commitment to patient care and safety.
  • Ability to approach disputes and disagreements in a calm and objective manor

Other

Essential

  • Good time keeping skills
  • Clear and appropriate communication skills.
  • Tolerance of a wide range of patients and colleagues.

Trust Values

Essential

  • Demonstrable ability to meet Trust values.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Barnet Hospital

Wellhouse Lane

Barnet

EN53DJ


Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Barnet Hospital

Wellhouse Lane

Barnet

EN53DJ


Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead Radiographer

Lee Johnston

lee.johnston@nhs.net

02082165106

Details

Date posted

02 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£35,763 to £43,466 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

391-RFL-7761776

Job locations

Barnet Hospital

Wellhouse Lane

Barnet

EN53DJ


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